***The Official Manly Shaving Thread***

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If you can afford it then why not!? I'm very jealous (how sad is that!). I hope you get on alright with it all having spent so much! Would be awful if you didn't agree with it.

Report back on the feather razor, I've heard it's awesome.

 

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Rinse, shake out then rub on towel.

Maybe use a cleaning solution every so often to fully clean it.

 

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I always go wtg, xtg then atg. Just remember no pressure!

 

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Feathers have suited me best also. I want to try those med prep ones feek mentions though.

 

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Got my shaving shack order today with some new blades to try, 2x pack of astra superior platinum and 3 packs of my trusty Israeli made as I only have 5 feather blades left. I really disliked feathers when I first started shaving with a DE but having ran out of Israelis and with 3 packs of feather sitting I just started using them without a thought. Funny thing is now looking at my order in front of me I realised just how good my shaves have been for the last few months, I asked my self why the heck I didn't order some more feathers :/

EDIT++

Also having ordered new blades I thought it best to order a styptic pencil..... in case. I did not expect it to be so hard, do I wet it if I need to use it ?

Yep, just wet the end and then apply to cut. You will know about it

 

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George,

have you tried the peppermint TOBs cream yet? How was it? Tempted myself but I can't decide between that, Grapefruit or Lemon & Lime.

 

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I just ordered Peppermint, Grapefruit & classic Mr Taylor scents

 

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I love Sandalwood.

I'm also on the hunt for a vintage Gillette razor, probably an adjustable fatboy. They demand silly money on ebay though.

 

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Sandalwood TOBS is probably my favourite so far although this T&H West Indian Limes is giving it a run for its money.

That's the tub I just finished, great value for money the T&H. Where did you buy and how much?

 

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I would love to be able to DE shave with the same degree of nonchalance that I did with my old Mach 3, but it's still early days.

The moment you do that is the moment you lacerate your face

 

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Where are you guys getting your feather blades from? Popular auction site?

EDIT: Yes, it was this seller.

 

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How often do you guys change blades? I just read a piece on a website where the writer said that he changed his razor blade after every use. That seems a bit excessive to me.

Ah soon as my blade begins to feel dull.

 

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Did you buy it new? How much?

 

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Agreed. I find I can effortlessly glide feathers over my face with no tugging and a baby smooth finish. As with anything shave related though, YMMV, so it's always suggested to try out a selection of blades.

 

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I also sometimes use the 7 o'clock yellows. Very good blades.

 

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Good lord indeed!

 

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The GF really likes the grapefruit tobs. I much prefer the peppermint though.

 

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A few tips always come to mind for anyone starting out.

Take your time, don't expect perfect results instantly, develop your technique and you will aquire an ultimate shave.

 

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Pull your skin about to navigate around the awkward areas such as your apple. Did you do three passes? With, across and against the grain?

 

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Yep the old Gillette DE razors were generally excellent. You'd have to research more into that specific model as I don't know much more on that one. The thing with the vintage razors is you have to check the condition. If it is mint/unused then great but if it has been used you need to be sure the locking mechanism, plating and general condition of the razor is up to scratch. Some of the vintage models command a high price.

A quick look at the 15 and it appears to not be adjustable. Personally I'd want an adjustable vintage Gillette.